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An Engishiki ancient shrine seated around 700, still guarding the Yoro River water after relocating to the shores of Takataki Reservoir
5 min walk from Kominato Railway Takataki Station
1 Takataki, Ichihara, Chiba
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An Engishiki ancient shrine in Takataki, Ichihara, now standing on the shores of Takataki Reservoir. Enshrining Ninigi no Mikoto as guardian of agriculture and the land. Relocated to its present site with the construction of Takataki Dam, but ancient ritual forms are faithfully preserved. Revered as the deity controlling Yoro River water, prayers for irrigation and flood control have long been off…
The founding of Takataki Shrine is traditionally dated to around 700 CE, during the reign of Emperor Monmu, and the shrine has long been venerated as one of the ancient sanctuaries of Kazusa Province. It is listed in the Engishiki Jimmyocho (927 CE), the official register of state-recognized shrines…
Safe Childbirth & Fertility
Safe delivery, conception, child protection. Traditions tied to Empress Jingu, Konohanasakuya-hime, Suitengu, and Kishimojin.
Derived from the enshrined deity "瓊瓊杵尊"
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